Executive Dean - Institute of Education
Applications are now invited for the position of #003058 Executive Dean - Institute of Education, 5 Year Fixed Term Contract
Role Profile
Reporting to the Deputy President, the Executive Dean will develop and deliver an ambitious vision for the Institute of Education for the next five years, which will in turn influence the future direction of education both in Ireland and across Europe. The postholder will provide strategic and operational leadership in all areas of activity across the Institute including teaching and learning, research, operations, policy engagement and institutional collaborations.
In addition, the postholder will serve as a key member of the University Executive, contributing to university-wide strategic planning and decision-making. The Executive Dean role will operate as a key member of the University leadership team with responsibility for understanding all key aspects of University strategic and operational priorities and developing and implementing university strategy.
The successful candidate will be an exceptional academic leader with the insight and experience to influence national education discourse and to navigate complex, evolving educational landscapes. They will also need to be able to navigate the operational requirements of the Faculty in a complex higher education environment which operates within a limited Irish Higher Education sector funding envelope.
This is a unique opportunity to lead a world-class Institute of Education that plays a central role in shaping the future of education. It is a pivotal leadership role for a values-driven academic committed to developing future generations of educators, informing policy, and cultivating an inclusive, high-performing scholarly community.
Duties and Responsibilities
Please refer to the job description for a list of duties and responsibilities associated with this role.
Qualifications and Experience
Please refer to the job description for full details on the qualifications and experience required for this role.
Essential Training
The postholder will be required to undertake the following essential compliance training:
- Orientation
- Health & Safety
- Data Protection (GDPR)
- Cyber Security Awareness
- Performance Review & Development (PRD) Training
- AI Literacy
Other training may need to be undertaken when required.
Additional Information
Please note this role does not meet criteria for a Critical Skills permit as stipulated by the Department of Enterprise, Trade & Employment.
For more information on the Institute of Education please visit: IoE
Informal Enquiries in relation to this role should be directed to:
Professor Anne Sinnott, Deputy President, Dublin City University.
Email: deputypresident@dcu.ie
Application Instructions
Application Procedure:
Please submit your application through the online system. In order to be considered for the role to which you are applying for, you must upload:
1) Curriculum Vitae
2) Cover Letter
3) Completed application form (blank forms can be downloaded from the bottom of the Vacancy).
Please note, if all items are not uploaded, the application will be deemed incomplete, and will not be processed.
Dublin City University is an equal opportunities employer. In line with the Employment Equality Acts 1998 – 2015, the University is committed to equality of treatment for all those who engage with its recruitment, selection and appointment processes.
The University’s Athena SWAN Silver Award signifies the University’s commitment to promoting gender equality and addressing any gender pay gaps. Information on a range of university policies aimed at creating a supportive and flexible work environment are available in the DCU Policy Starter Packs